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MSDC Mourns the Passing of Past President Dr. John Niles
Oct 9, 2026, 08:40
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MSDC Staff
Dr. Niles served as MSDC President in 1990 but more importantly was a voice for strong physician practices.
MSDC joins the entire medical community in the passing of Dr. John Niles. A celebration of his life will take place tomorrow at Howard University's College of Medicine.
Dr. Niles served as MSDC President in 1990. His tenure was marked by a passionate advocacy for private practice, medical malpractice reform, and women's health. For years, Dr. Niles was a frequent speaker and testifier before the District government warning of the collapse of private practice - especially in Ward 8 - and its impact on care for all residents, but especially the less fortunate. He was a child of the District, graduating from Spingarn High School and serving as the first Black chief of staff for Columbia Hospital for Women.
"Dr. Niles' passing is a huge loss to our community," said MSDC President Dr. Klint Peebles. "Looking back on his statements and letters, he was a prophetic voice warning DC that failure to revise its malpractice laws and support physician practices would lead to many of the health disparities we continue to see today. He was a pioneer and his spirit of being unafraid to speak the truth should be an inspiration to all physicians."
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MSDC Mourns the Passing of Past President Dr. John Niles
Oct 9, 2026, 08:40
by
MSDC Staff
Dr. Niles served as MSDC President in 1990 but more importantly was a voice for strong physician practices.
MSDC joins the entire medical community in the passing of Dr. John Niles. A celebration of his life will take place tomorrow at Howard University's College of Medicine.
Dr. Niles served as MSDC President in 1990. His tenure was marked by a passionate advocacy for private practice, medical malpractice reform, and women's health. For years, Dr. Niles was a frequent speaker and testifier before the District government warning of the collapse of private practice - especially in Ward 8 - and its impact on care for all residents, but especially the less fortunate. He was a child of the District, graduating from Spingarn High School and serving as the first Black chief of staff for Columbia Hospital for Women.
"Dr. Niles' passing is a huge loss to our community," said MSDC President Dr. Klint Peebles. "Looking back on his statements and letters, he was a prophetic voice warning DC that failure to revise its malpractice laws and support physician practices would lead to many of the health disparities we continue to see today. He was a pioneer and his spirit of being unafraid to speak the truth should be an inspiration to all physicians."